Skills for Future Automotive Professionals
Thursday 27th February 2025 at The British Motor Museum
Join us at the British Motor Museum for one of the most important events for forward-thinkers in the UK automotive industry calendar
We’ll be addressing the key challenges and opportunities in the sector in seminars and panel sessions involving industry leaders and respected strategic thinkers who are happy to take your questions.
We’ve planned an insightful day to give you an in depth look at what the skills needed for future automotive professionals will be. Ranging from electrification autonomous vehicles and connected vehicles to recruitment and new jobs all the way to hearing from and being able to ask questions of a CEO. There really is something for every member.
Our keynote speaker is the inspirational racing driver Nic Hamilton whose personal story of focus and determination to succeed has lessons for anyone grappling with an uncertain future.
Turbo-charge your career and business
Attract and recruit the talent your business needs to future-proof itself
Retain and progress with the future skills needed for automotive
Skills for future technologies and how they might impact you and your business
Keynote speaker
The amazing Nic Hamilton
Born with cerebral palsy, Nic was told as a child that he would spend his life in a wheelchair. Undaunted, he set about a gruelling programme of training and by the age of 17 he could not only walk unaided but he could start to fulfil his dream of becoming a racing driver.
In a famously competitive and tough sport, Nic has established himself as a potential future champion and will be sharing his inspirational story and belief that ambition is limited only by attitude.
Your speakers and panelists
More speakers to be announced in the coming weeks!
Daksh Gupta
Group CEO of Huws Gray and Vice President of The IMI
Owen Edwards
Head of Automotive UK at Grant Thornton’s Automotive Advisory practice
Carolyn Bundey
Senior Manager Strategic Projects, The Academy – Toyota GB Plc
Event agenda
Morning
9:15: Registration opens
10:00am: Welcome from IMI
Morning session 1: The Future Automotive Landscape
This session sets the scene. Diving into the trends reshaping the automotive industry, offering a comprehensive look at the future of the sector.
Morning Session 2: Driving Tomorrow: Essential Future Skills for Automotive Professionals
Through expert insights and practical guidance, this session prepares attendees to lead and excel in the future automotive industry.
Morning Session 3: Shaping Customer Experience in a Digital Automotive Landscape
This session explores strategies for leveraging digital tools and platforms to enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
Afternoon
Keynote Speaker Session: Nicolas Hamilton
Afternoon Session 1: Mind the Gap: Recruitment and Retention in the Age of Skill Shortages Panel
This panel discussion will explore innovative strategies into bridging the talent gap, fostering inclusive workplaces, and creating pathways for upskilling and career advancement.
Afternoon Session 2: In Conversation with Daksh Gupta
Close: 3pm
Event details
Date and time: Thursday 27th February 2025, 10:00-15:00
Location: British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ
Duration: 5 hours
Ticket Prices
Ticket price: £180 + VAT
Full IMI member exclusive discounted rate: £58 + VAT
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